Seven & I Holdings Co., Ltd. is a diversified Japanese retail conglomerate headquartered in Tokyo, best known for operating the global 7-Eleven convenience store network. Established in 2005 through the merger of Ito-Yokado Co. and Seven-Eleven Japan Co., the company has since expanded its portfolio to encompass supermarkets, department stores, restaurants and financial services. Its integrated business model leverages retail, logistics and payment infrastructure to provide daily necessities, fresh food and consumer goods to millions of customers every day.
The company’s primary retail arm, 7-Eleven, offers an extensive range of products including ready-to-eat meals, beverages, household essentials and private-label brands. Across Japan, North America and the Asia-Pacific region, Seven & I operates tens of thousands of convenience stores under franchise and company-owned models. In addition to its convenience network, the group manages Ito-Yokado supermarkets, Sogo & Seibu department stores and specialty retail outlets. It also owns the Denny’s restaurant chain in Japan and Seven Bank, which provides ATM and remittance services nationwide.
Seven & I has pursued international growth through strategic partnerships and master franchise agreements. In North America, Seven & I owns 7-Eleven, Inc., which operates stores across the United States and Canada. The brand’s presence extends to markets such as Thailand, China, South Korea and Malaysia, often in collaboration with regional partners. Beyond brick-and-mortar retail, the group invests in digital initiatives—mobile payments, e-commerce platforms and data analytics—to enhance customer experience and optimize its supply chain.
The company traces its roots back to the founding of the first 7-Eleven store in Dallas, Texas, in 1927, and the launch of Ito-Yokado in Japan in 1920. Over nearly a century, it has evolved into one of Asia’s largest retail operators. The executive team, led by President and CEO Masanori Matsunaga, emphasizes sustainability, food safety and technological innovation. Seven & I continues to adapt its offerings to shifting consumer preferences while maintaining a commitment to convenience, quality and community engagement.
